Read the dictionary definition of fan. All definitions for this word.
1. a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces
2. an ardent follower and admirer
3. an enthusiastic devotee of sports
4. blow away or off with a current of air
1. winnow chaff
2. The speaker ceased to be an amusing little gnat to be fanned away and was kicked off the forum
5. make (an emotion) fiercer
1. fan hatred
6. strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)
7. agitate the air